Arizona Educational Foundation

📣 Applications are now open for the A+ School of Excellence® program!

Is your school creating a culture of excellence, innovation, collaboration, and student success? Now is the time to showcase the incredible work happening on your campus and apply for Arizona's highest state-level recognition for public schools.

Don't miss your opportunity to join the distinguished community of A+ Schools of Excellence®.

⏰ Applications close August 28, 2026.

Learn more and apply today:https://azedfoundation.org/programs-and-initiatives/a-school-of-excellence/

For the very first time, we are proud to introduce the Arizona Education Hall of Fame — a new tradition dedicated to honoring the people and organizations making an extraordinary impact on education across our state. 🍎✨

These inaugural inductees represent the very best of Arizona education through their leadership, service, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to students, educators, and communities.

Please join us in celebrating our 2026 Arizona Education Hall of Fame inductees:

Community Champion Inductees
🏆 Pillar of Public Education Award: Desert Financial Credit Union
🏆 Spirit of Education Award: Salt River Project

Individual Inductees
🍎 Education Leader of the Year: Marianne Lescher
🍎 Carolyn Warner Legacy Award: Michelle Bugh Doherty
🍎 School District Foundation of the Year: Amphi Foundation

We are honored to recognize this incredible inaugural class and celebrate the lasting difference they continue to make in the lives of Arizona students and educators. This is just the beginning of a powerful new legacy for education in Arizona. 💙
Read more here: https://azedfoundation.org/news/arizona-educational-foundation-establishes-arizona-education-hall-of-fame-to-honor-legacy-leadership-and-lifelong-impact/